DEMING – A structure fire at 516 West Pine Street in Deming is being investigated as suspected arson. Deming Police and Fire Rescue responded to the blaze on Wednesday evening. Deming Police Captain Jose Montoya informed Deming Radio News that the fire occurred on July 23rd at approximately 8:00 p.m.
The Fire Department has forwarded the information to the State Fire Marshal, who will arrive in Deming on Friday morning to investigate the incident. The unoccupied structure has been declared a total loss. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the fire to contact the Deming Police Department as the investigation continues.